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SDW 609J

1970 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

1,573 mi
Last recorded1,573 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2017
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSDW 609J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc
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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2017 1,573 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Oil leak ()

Pass 4 Jan 2016 947 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Rear spring bushes starting to split

Pass 22 Apr 2015 363 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 99,796 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2012 97,896 miles

Both Front Floor Pans Rusty

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Pass 2 Apr 2012 97,773 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 97,635 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2010 97,302 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 23 Apr 2010 97,302 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 96,658 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 96,238 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 95,311 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 94,700 miles

How Reliable is the MG B?

Based on 191,608 MOT tests across 19,443 vehicles.

78.1%
Pass Rate
381
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
19,443
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,224
brake binding 4,089
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,715
Stop lamp not working 3,343
Steering rack gaiter split 2,887
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SDW 609J is a 1970 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1970 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 35,160 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 5,224 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SDW 609J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 56 years old, this MG B is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SDW 609J registered?

SDW 609J is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 9 September 1970.

Is SDW 609J safe to buy?

The MOT history for SDW 609J shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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